All Souls Day Masses, which we call A Blessing of Memories, are at 8:15 am in the chapel and at 7:30 pm in the church. You may bring a small picture of your deceased loved one to be placed on a table near the altar during Mass with a lighted candle. All Souls envelopes may be placed either in the box so marked in the narthex or in the second collection this Sunday. They will be prayed for at all Masses during November.

This past May, after years of study, ten men were ordained to the priesthood for our Diocese. As they prepared for their vocation, they were supported by family and friends. When you make a pledge to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal, they are also supported by you since Appeal funds are used to help meet the cost of priestly formation and education. Please support our seminarians by making a pledge to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal today. For your convenience, you can make an online gift at www.2016appeal.org. Also, envelopes for this purpose are available on a table in the narthex or ask one of the clergy.

Our Thanksgiving Food Drive is underway! Many thanks to all of our CCD and Confirmation classes for their generous donations to our Thanksgiving Food Drive. Our collection will end on Monday, November 7th. There will be collection boxes in the school foyer on the evening of the 7th if you would like to make a Thanksgiving food donation. 13 holiday food baskets will be made and distributed to local families and hundreds of food items will be collected and delivered to the Catholic Charities Father English Center in Paterson. We are always in need of donations, Stop & Shop gift cards and cards to Walmart and Target. If you are interested in being put on our "Caring List" please email Melissa Giacoio at magiacoio@yahoo.com or 973-838-2393. We will reach out to you when needs arise and also keep you up to date on what we are doing with the Caring Ministry. A huge thank you to all of our "helpers" - your continued kindness and support makes this all so special. Best wishes for a blessed Thanksgiving!

Thank you to everyone who participated in, sponsored a walker or made a monetary donation to the 2016 Crop Walk. OLM raised $1,300 as of October 25th and overall there were 220 participants who collected in excess of $12,000. Thank you for all your support and efforts! John Ramsden, Coordinator

he Christmas Giving Tree will be up in the narthex of the church the weekend of November 12th & 13th with gift tags for the children at the Catholic Charities Fr. English Center and Martin DePorres Center. You participation and generosity is much appreciated!

THIS weekend, October 22nd & 23rd is 4-Get Me Not Weekend. Please continue with your generous donations of non-perishable food to the Father English food pantry in Paterson. So many of the working poor rely on our contributions to stretch their food budget and feed their families.

The CROP Walk is Sunday, October 23rd. Registration is at 1pm at St. Joseph’s Church on Comly Rd. in Lincoln Park. The walk begins at 1:30pm. Please consider walking, making a donation, or sponsoring a walker. Be part of the OLM team fighting hunger. For questions please contact John Ramsden at 973-519-3992 or jmram595@optonline.net.

The Madonna’s in the curio cabinet in the narthex were given to OLM by the Community Church of Smoke Rise. We extend our appreciation to them for this lovely collection. The Ladies Guild purchased the curio cabinet and have dedicated the collection to its founder, Eileen Davies. Msgr. Carroll will bless the Madonnas after the 11am Mass this Sunday, October 16. CLICK HERE FOR A LINK TO PHOTOS FROM THE DEDICATION

Couples, married in 1966 or 1991, are invited to celebrate your 25th or 50th Wedding Anniversary with Bishop Serratelli at Mass at St. Peter’s, Parsippany, Sun., Nov. 6, at 4pm. Registrations will be accepted through Oct. 24.

Each year, our Cherub Choir leads the singing at our 4:00 Mass on Christmas Eve. This choir is made up of children who are enrolled in grades 1, 2 and 3 in our religious education program, or parish children who are enrolled in area Catholic schools. Rehearsals commence on Thursday, November 3rd from 4:30-5:15, and continue each Thursday until Christmas, with the exception of November 10th (teacher’s convention) and November 24 (Thanksgiving Day). If your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grader is a singer, this is their ministry. This is their way to serve their Church community. Plus, it is a good way for them to learn the traditional Christmas carols of our faith, such as Silent Night and Joy to the World, and perhaps pass them along to other family members. If you would like your singer to participate in the Cherub Choir, and you have not done so already, please contact Michael Pierce by e-mail (iloveapiano@aol.com) or phone and leave a message (973-838-2029). He will get back to you promptly.

Next weekend, October 22nd & 23rd is 4-Get Me Not Weekend. Please continue with your generous donations of non- perishable food to the Father English food pantry in Paterson. So many of the working poor rely on our contributions to stretch their food budget and feed their families.

Father Richard Rento, 58 years a priest of this diocese, has written a book entitled IT’S NOT NECESSARILY SO. A SENIOR PRIEST SEPARATES FAITH FROM FICTION AND MAKES SENSE OF BELIEF. In everyday language, Father Rento offers a fresh look at matters of Catholic belief and morality, assuring his readers that their own conscience-based thinking on these issues is well founded and does not brand them as “bad Catholics.” Are you seeking peace? Then read this book - Available on Amazon.

October 8th & 9th - A representative from Several Sources will speak at the Masses and ask for your financial assistance. We (You & I) can help save the life of a child. Jesus said of children, “Their angels do behold the Face of God in heaven daily.” Can you be a child’s earthly Guardian Angel? Please assist with our work. Kathy DiFiore, Founder

As the new school year starts a gentle reminder to everyone that our school facility is shared with the Shepard School and we need to be respectful of their exclusive use of the school building Monday – Friday 8am until 4pm. The only access permitted during the school day should be associated with the Religious Education office via ringing the bell at the front door. No one should be entering the building for any other reasons. Please call the Religious Ed office or the Rectory to arrange your visit and ensure someone is there to greet you. Also, be mindful that the refrigerators and freezers in the kitchen are shared as well and we should only be using OLM food related products. Lastly, no one should be entering the school building at any time without previously scheduling the visit with the Parish office. Thank you for your cooperation.

THE 2016 CROP Walk is Sunday, Oct. 23rd. Registration is at 1pm in St. Joseph’s Church Hall in Lincoln Park on Comly Rd. The walk begins at 1:30pm. Please consider walking, making a donation, or sponsoring a walker. Be part of the OLM team fighting hunger. Sign up forms are available in the narthex after Mass. Please contact John Ramsden at 973-519-3992 or jmram595@optonline.net if you have any questions.

Our Catholic Charities agencies, the largest recipient of funds from the Bishop’s Annual Appeal, serve tens of thousands of people each year, from seniors and disabled adults to those with addictions and in need of counseling. In fact, a record number of people have been seeking the services of Catholic Charities over the years. Please be as generous as you are able to the 2016 Bishop’s Annual Appeal so we can continue to serve those in desperate situations. For your convenience, you can make an online gift or pledge at www.2016appeal.org.